Skimming: Thieves record information from cards' magnetic strips and make copies for themselves. They may use personal scanning devices or cameras to record the information.

Why is this information important?

It is extremely important to protect your identity and personal information because thieves can use your personal information to make purchases and perform other unauthorized tasks in your name. Their actions can cost you much money and can do a great amount of damage to your credit score, making it hard for you to obtain credit and loans in the future and even making you less likely to be employed or allowed to rent or buy a home.